EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

2012 - PhD in Dairy Technology, School of Chemistry, Food and Pharmacy, University of Reading, The United Kingdom

2008 - M.Phil., Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

2004 - B.Sc. in Agriculture, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

 

RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS:

Book Chapters

Ranadheera, C. S., Prasanna, P. H. P. and Vidanarachchi, J. K. (2014). Fruit juice as probiotic carriers In: Elder, K. E. (ed.) Fruit Juices: Types, nutritional composition and health benefits. Hauppauge, New York: Nova Science Publishers. pp.254-267.

Jayawardana, N. W. I. A., Prasanna , P. H. P., Senaka Ranadheera, C. S., De Zoysa, H. K. S. and Vidanarachchi, J. K. (2015). Probiotics in fermented foods In: Morton, A. E. (ed.) Fermented foods: Sources, consumption and health benefits. Hauppauge, New York: Nova Science Publishers. pp.41-77.

Senaka Ranadheera, C., Prasanna, P.H.P., Vidanarachchi, J.K., McConchie, R., Naumovski, N., and Mellor, D. (2016). Nanotechnology in microbial food safety. In: Opera, A.E., and Grumezescu,  A. M. (ed.). Nanotechnology applications in food flavour, stability, nutrition and safety. London: Elsevier. pp.245-260.

Prasanna, P.H.P., and Rastall, R.A. (2016).  Potential applications of prebiotics to yogurt and impact on health. In: Shah, N. P. (ed.) Yogurt in Health and Disease Prevention. New York: Elsevier. pp.171-183.

Prasanna, P. H. P., Ranadheera, C. S., and Vidanarachchi, J. K. (2018). Microstructural aspects of yogurt and fermented milk. In: Mamdouh El-Bakry (ed.) Microstructure of dairy products. London: Wiley. pp.181-208.

Prasanna, P.H.P (2018). Bacterial Exopolysaccharides and their Applications in Food Industry. In: Osman, A. (ed.)  Progress in Food Biotechnology 4. United Arab Emirates: Bentham science publishers ltd. pp.50-80.

Ranadheera, C.S., Prasanna, P.H.P., Pimentel, T.C., Azeredo, D.R.P., Rocha, R.S., Cruz, A.G., Vidanarachchi, J.K., Naumovski, N., McConchie, R. and Ajlouni, S., (2020). Microbial Safety of Nonalcoholic Beverages. In Safety Issues in Beverage Production. New York: Elsevier. pp. 187-221.

Ranadheera, C. S., Prasanna, P. H. P., & Vidanarachchi, J. K. (2020). Applications of Biotechnology in Seafood Production and Processing. Encyclopedia of Marine Biotechnology, London: Wiley.2845-2865.

 

Publications in Peer Reviewed International Indexed Journals

Prasanna, P. H. P., Grandison, A. S., and Charalampopoulos, D. (2012). Screening human intestinal Bifidobacterium strains for growth, acidification, EPS production and viscosity potential in low fat milk. International Dairy Journal, 23 (1), 36 - 44.

Prasanna, P. H. P., Grandison, A. S., and Charalampopoulos, D. (2012). Effect of dairy-based protein sources and temperature on growth, acidification and exopolysaccharide production of Bifidobacterium strains in skim milk. Food Research International, 47 (1), 6 -12.

Prasanna, P. H. P., Bell, A., Grandison, A. S., and Charalampopoulos, D. (2012). Emulsifying, rheological and physicochemical properties of exopolysaccharide produced by Bifidobacterium longum subsp. infantis CCUG 52486 and Bifidobacterium infantis NCIMB 702205. Carbohydrate Polymers, 90 (1), 533 - 540.

Prasanna, P. H. P., Grandison, A. S., and Charalampopoulos, D. (2013). Microbiological, chemical and rheological properties of low fat set yoghurt produced with exopolysaccharide producing Bifidobacterium strains. Food Research International, 51(1), 15-22.

Prasanna, P. H. P., Grandison, A. S., and Charalampopoulos, D. (2014). Bifidobacteria in milk products: An overview of physiological and biochemical properties, exopolysaccharide production, selection criteria of milk products and health benefits. Food Research International, 55, 247-262.

Ulpathakumbura, C. P., Ranadheera, C. S., Senavirathne, N. D., Jayawardene, L. P. I. N. P., Prasanna, P. H. P. & Vidanarachchi, J. K. (2016). Effect of biopreservatives on microbial, physico-chemical and sensory properties of Cheddar cheese. Food Bioscience, 13, 21-25.

Prasanna, P.H.P., and Charalampopoulos, D., 2018. Encapsulation of Bifidobacterium longum in alginate-dairy matrices and survival in simulated gastrointestinal conditions, refrigeration, cow milk and goat milk. Food Bioscience. 21, 72-79.

Hasaranga, G. D. G. S. A., Wijayaratne, L. K. W., Prasanna, P. H. P., Karunarathne, K. G. P. B., and Rajapakse, R. H. S. (2018). Effect of paddy variety, milling status and aeration on the progeny emergence of Sitophilus oryzae L. (Coleoptera: Curculionidae). Journal of Stored Products Research, 79, 116–122.

Senadeera, S. S., Prasanna, P. H. P., Jayawardana, N. W. I. A., Gunasekara, D. C. S., Senadeera, P., and Chandrasekara, A. (2018). Antioxidant, physicochemical, microbiological, and sensory properties of probiotic yoghurt incorporated with various Annona species pulp. Heliyon, 4(11), e00955. doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2018.e00955.

Pradeep Prasanna, P. H. and Charalampopoulos, D. (2019), Encapsulation in an alginate–goats’ milk–inulin matrix improves survival of probiotic Bifidobacterium in simulated gastrointestinal conditions and goats’ milk yoghurt. International Journal of Dairy Technology, 72: 132-141. doi:10.1111/1471-0307.12568

Madhubasani G.B.L., Prasanna P.H.P., Chandrasekara A,  Gunasekara, D. C. S., Senadeera, P, Chandramali, D.V.P and Vidanarachchi, J. K. (2020). Exopolysaccharide producing starter cultures positively influence on microbiological, physicochemical, and sensory properties of probiotic goats' milk set-yoghurt. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation. 44 (3), 1-8. https://doi.org/10.1111/jfpp.14361

Abesinghe, A.M.N.L., Priyashantha, H., Prasanna P.H.P., Kurukulasuriya, M.S., Ranadheera, C.S., and Vidanarachchi, J.K. (2020). Inclusion of Probiotics into Fermented Buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) Milk: An Overview of Challenges and Opportunities. Fermentation. 6 (4), 121. https://doi.org/10.3390/fermentation6040121

Madushan, R., Vidanarachchi, J. K., Prasanna, P. H. P., Werellagama, S., & Priyashantha, H. (2021). Use of Natural Plant Extracts as a Novel Microbiological Quality Indicator in Raw Milk: An Alternative for Resazurin Dye Reduction Method. LWT- Food Science and Technology, 111221. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lwt.2021.111221

Gnanarathna, K.A.D.C., Jayasumama, M.T.L.K., Weragama, K.W.D.P., Gunasekara, D.C.S., Chandrasekara, A., Prasanna, P.H.P., & Weerasingha1, W.V.V.R. (2022). Physicochemical and sensory attributes of inulin incorporated set yoghurt prepared using cow and buffalo milk. J.Natn.Sci.Foundation Sri Lanka. 50 (3), 657 – 667. http://dx.doi.org/10.4038/jnsfsr.v50i3.10982

Weerasingha, V., Priyashantha, H., Ranadheera, C. S., Prasanna, P., Silva, P., Vidanarachchi, J. K., & Johansson, M. (2022). Milk Coagulation Properties: A Study on Milk Protein Profile of Native and Improved Cattle Breeds/Types in Sri Lanka. Dairy, 3(4), 710-721. https://doi.org/10.3390/dairy3040049

Weerasingha, V., Priyashantha, H., Ranadheera, C. S., Prasanna, P., Silva, P., & Vidanarachchi, J. K. (2022). Harnessing the untapped potential of indigenous cow milk in producing set-type yoghurts: case of Thamankaduwa White and Lankan cattle. Journal of Dairy Research, 89(4), 419-426. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0022029922000693

 

Publications in Peer Reviewed International Journal

Kumari, A. G. I. P., Ranadheera, C. S., Prasanna, P. H. P., Senevirathne, N. D. & Vidanarachchi, J. K. (2015). Development of a rice incorporated synbiotic yogurt with low retrogradation properties. International Food Research Journal, 22(5), 2032-2040.

Jayathunge, K. G. L. R., Kapilarathne, R. A. N. S., Thilakarathne, B. M. K. S., Fernando, M. D., Palipane, K. B., and Prasanna, P. H. P. (2012). Development of a methodology for production of dehydrated tomato powder and study the acceptability of the product. Journal of Agricultural Technology, 8(2), 751-759.

Gamage, G.G.A.P., Adikari, A.M.J.B., Nayananjalie, W.A.D., Prasanna, P.H.P., Jayawardena, N.W.I.A., & Wathsala, R.H.G.R. (2016). Physicochemical, microbiological and sensory properties of probiotic drinking yoghurt developed with goat milk. International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, 6 (6), 203-208.

 

 

Publications in Peer Reviewed Local Journals

Cyril, H.W., Prasanna, P.H.P., and Ranadheera, R.D.C.S. (2005). Effect of Transportation on Carcass Quality of Broilers. Sri Lanka Association of Animal Production (SLAP). Vol 3- I.

Prasanna, P.H.P.,  and Cyril, H.W. (2009).  Fishing characteristics of different crafts used in southern coastal belt. Sri Lanka Journal of Animal Production. 5(1), 55-62.

Perera, A.S.P.D.A., Champa, W.A.H., and Prasanna, P.H.P. (2010). Effect of field heat removal by hydrocooling on storage life of willard mango. Sri Lankan Journal of Agricultural Science.  47, 101 - 114.

Lakshmi, W.G.I., Prasanna, P.H.P., and Edirisinghe, U. (2010). Production of Jaadi using Tilapia(Oreochromis niloticus) and determination of its physcio-chemical and sensory properties. Sabaramuwa University Journal. 9 (1), 57 - 63.

Silva G.W.L.A., Champa, W.A.H., and Prasanna, P.H.P. (2011). Development  of  maturity  indices  for winged  bean  variety  SLS 44  in the  low  country dry zone of Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan Journal of Agricultural Science. 48, 29 - 34.

Peiris  K.R.M., Prasanna  P.H.P., Chandramali  D.V.P.,  Gunasekara D.C.S. and Madhusanka  P.M.V. (2019).  Physicochemical, microbiological and sensory attributes of probiotic yoghurt incorporated with kithul (Caryota urens) flour.  Sri Lanka Journal of Animal Production. 11, 22-31.

Weerasingha, W.V.V.R., Ranadheera, C.S., Prasanna, P.H.P., Silva, G.L.L.P. and Vidanarachchi, J.K. (2021). probiotic viability and physicochemical properties of set-yoghurt made of indigenous and exotic cow milk. Tropical Agricultural Research, 32(1): 39-48.

Jayarathna, K. P. G. N. M., Prasanna, P. H. P., Chandramali, D. V. P. and Vidanarachchi, J.K. (2021). Effect of fruit processing waste on physicochemical, microbiological and sensory properties of probiotic set-yoghurt. Sri Lanka Journal of Animal Production. 12, 49-59.

 

Research Communications (local and international)

Published as Full Papers

Prsanna, P.H.P., and Cyril, H.W. (2004). Preparation of chicken snacks. In twelfth annual student research sessions, edited by Deshapriya, R. M. C. pp. 19-20. Department of Animal Science. University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.

D.M.D.B.S. Pethiyagoda, Cyril, H.W., Ranadheera, R.D.C.S. and Prasanna, P.H.P. (2005). Preparation of Marinated Chicken Meat for Barbecuing and Determination of Product Quality and Shelf Life. Innovative approaches in postharvest engineering and technology, Edited by Dharmasena, D.A,N. pp. 38-45. Sri Lanak. Department of Agricultural Engineering, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.

Priyanthi, H. G. S., Prasanna, P. H. P., Thilakarathne, B. M. K. S., & Wijeratne, W. M. M. P. (2012). Development of a ready to serve drink using Veralu fruit (Elaeocarpus serratus). In Proceedings of the International Symposium on Agriculture and Environment 2012, Ruhuna, Wellmadama, Matara, Sri Lanka, 29 November, 2012. (pp. 36-39). Faculty of Agriculture.

 

Abstract at National/International Symposia

Prasanna P.H.P., Ranadheera, R.D.C.S., Edirisinghe, E.B.R.W.S. and Edirisinghe, U.  (2006). Use of Hydrolyzed Poultry Feathers to Formulate a Low Cost Feed For Guppy (Poecillia reticulata). In 10^th  Annivasary International Symposium conducted by Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Belihuloya, Sri Lanka.

Weerasekara, W.M.W.S., Ranadheera, R.D.C.S., Prasanna, P.H.P., and Benaragama., D.I.D.S. (2006). Living Standard of Fishermen Under Mahavillachchiya Irrigation Systems. In international conference on humid tropical ecosystems: changes, chalanges, opportunities. Kandy. National Science Foundation of Sri Lanaka.

Senevirathna S.S.J, Prasanna, P.H.P, Palipane, K.B and Gunawardhane, C.R. (2008). A study on moisture sorption characteristics of finger millet (Eleusine coracana). In 2^nd international Symposium, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Belihuloya, Sri Lanka. 

Lakshmi, W.G.I.,  Prasanna, P.H.P and Edirisinghe, U. (2008). Development of Jaadi, a fermented fish product, using tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus). In 2^nd international Symposium, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Belihuloya, Sri Lanka.

Kapilarathne, R.A.N.S., Prasanna, P.H.P and Jayatunga, K.G.L.R. (2008). Development of a method for production of dehydrated tomato powder and application in production of tomato sauce and tomato leather. In 2^nd international Symposium, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Belihuloya, Sri Lanka.

Thennakoon, I.U., Prasanna, P.H.P and Wasala, W.M.C.B. (2008). Effect of variety and degree of bran removal on quality of rice flour and rice flour based products. In 2^nd international Symposium, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Belihuloya, Sri Lanka.

Nissanka, T.P., Prasanna, P.H.P and Thilakarathne, B.M.K.S. (2008). Studies on storage qualities of rice and wheat flour 1:4 mixture. In 2^nd international Symposium, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Belihuloya, Sri Lanka.

Prasanna, P.H.P and Edirisinghe, E.B.R.W.S. (2008). Production of tomato sauce and leather using dehydrated tomato powder. In 64^th Annual Sessions. Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science, Colombo 07, Sri Lanka.

Jayasekara, T.W., Prasanna, P.H.P and Gamunu Jayasundara. (2008). Development a method to minimize the chilli (Capsicum annum) seed pungency. National Symposium 2008. Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Kamburupitiya, Sri Lanka.

Prasanna, P.H.P. (2009). Problems faced by maize farmers in Anuradhapura district. Vavuniya Campus Annual Research Session – 2009. Vavuniya Campus of the University of Jaffna. Vauniya. Sri Lanka.

S.A.C.N.Subasinghe, Prasanna, P.H.P and K.H.Sarananda. (2009). Preparation of a sandwich spread using undersized dehydrated carrot particles. Vavuniya Campus Annual Research Session – 2009. Vavuniya Campus of the University of Jaffna. Vauniya. Sri Lanka.

Prasanna, P. H. P., Grandison, A. S., and Charalampopoulos, D. (2011). Exopolysaccharide producing strains of Bifidobacterium for use in milk fermentation. Presented at 2011 EFFoST Annual Meeting: Process-Structure-Function Relationships, 9 -11 November 2011, Berlin, Germany.

 

Abstract at Symposia at Faculty Level

Ekanayake, E.M.B.P., Gunawardhana, C. and Prasanna, P.H.P. (2008). Effect of degree of bran removal on storage behaviour of parboiled Rice. In final year research symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.

Dissanayake, D.R.D.D.S., Sarananda, K.H. and Prasanna, P.H.P.  (2008). Development of normal, low sugar and non-sugar jam using Carambola (Averrho acarambola) fruit. In volume 3, final year research symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.

Gunawardena, K.K.N.N., Rathnayake, R.M.R.N.K. and Prasanna, P.H.P. (2008). Development of an effective method to minimize the growth of Aspergillus flavus in Maize (Zea mays) to prevent aflatoxin production. In volume 3, final year research symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.

Jayaneththi, J.K.D.B.D., Sarananda, K.H. and Prasanna, P.H.P. (2008). Development of normal, low sugar and non-sugar ready to serve fruit drink using Bael (Aegle marmelos) fruit. In volume 3,  final year research symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.

Krishanthi, E.W., Thilakarathne, B.M.K. and Prasanna, P.H.P. (2008). Development and evaluation of recipe for preparation of ready to serve Rice flakes. In volume 3, final year research symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.

Madakumbura, E.G.I.S.N., Wijewardhana, R.A.N.A. and Prasanna, P.H.P. (2008). Effect of Oxalic acid, Ethanol vapour and packaging on postharvest performances of Carica papaya (variety Red lady). In volume 3, final year research symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.

Silva, G.W.L.A., Champa, W.A.H. and Prasanna, P.H.P. (2008). Effect of harvest maturity, packaging and storage temperature on postharvest life of Winged bean (Psophacarpus tetragonolobus). In volume 3, final year research symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.

Senarathne, H.A.S.P., Tilakarathne, B.M.K.S. and  Prasanna, P.H.P. (2009). A pickle preparation using oriental pickling Melon (Cucumis melo). In final year research symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.

Kumari, P.A.R.S., Jayarathna, M.P.K. and  Prasanna, P.H.P. (2009). Coffee and Cardamom flavoured pasteurized milk. In final year research symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.

Jayawardena, E.D.I., Premasiri, P.F.S. and  Prasanna, P.H.P. (2009). Soy proteins on oil absorption during fried instant noodles preparation. In final year research symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.

Banu, M. S., Gunathilaka, D. M. C. C., and Prasanna, P. H. P. (2014). Determination of physical properties and drying characteristics of locally grown soybean (Glycine max L.).

WORK EXPERIENCES:

Professor: Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka Senior Lecturer GI: Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka	Aug. 2020 – to date   Jan. 2019 – Aug. 2020
Senior Lecturer GI: Department of Animal and Food Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka	Dec. 2016 – Jan. 2019
Senior Lecturer GII: Department of Animal and Food Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka	Dec. 2010 – Dec. 2016
Lecturer: Department of Agricultural systems, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka	Dec. 2005 – Nov. 2010
Demonstrator: Department of Agricultural Systems, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka	Nov. 2004 – Dec. 2005
Assistant Lecturer: Department of Animal Science,           Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka	May 2004 – Oct. 2004